Honda, Nissan start talking merger as Japan's auto sector continues to struggle in the EV era
FirstpostIf finalised, the merger bewteen Honda and Nissan would unite the assets of Japan’s second- and third-largest carmakers, creating a more robust contender to challenge market leaders like Toyota, Tesla, and rising Chinese EV brands Honda and Nissan have already signalled their intent to collaborate in the EV sector earlier this year. Image Credit: Reuters Honda and Nissan, two of Japan’s largest automakers, are reportedly in talks to merge, signalling a potential shake-up in the global automotive industry. If finalised, this merger would unite the assets of Japan’s second- and third-largest carmakers, creating a more robust contender to challenge market leaders like Toyota, Tesla, and rising Chinese EV brands. With shifting policies and fierce competition, Honda and Nissan’s potential merger could be a critical step in ensuring their survival and success in this evolving landscape.